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01/11/2026

is a chronic inflammatory disease in which cells similar to those lining the uterus are present outside of the uterus.

Endometriosis affects up to 10% of women of reproductive age worldwide, including nearly 9 million in the US.

This JAMA Patient Page describes endometriosis development, as well as its signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment.

https://ja.ma/3Nv0vDy

01/11/2026

Nourishing herbs are nutrient-dense powerhouses, rich in vitamins, minerals, enzymes, and other micronutrients. They can help restore balance, replenish vital reserves, and fill in nutritional gaps. Beyond their physical benefits, these herbs carry grounding, earthy energy that connects us to ourselves and the world around us.

Some beloved nourishing herbs and ways to use them include:

Nettle – Packed with vitamins and minerals; use as a tea, infusion, or add dried leaves to soups and smoothies.

Dandelion – Supports gentle detoxification; enjoy roasted roots as a coffee substitute, leaves in salads, or as a tea.

Red Clover – Rich in minerals and antioxidants; drink as a floral tea or add to herbal blends.

Violet – Soothing and nutrient-rich; use fresh or dried leaves in salads, teas, or infused syrups.

Chickweed – Gentle and nourishing; make a fresh green salad, poultice, or infusion.

Alfalfa – Full of vitamins A, C, and K; sprouts are excellent in salads or sandwiches, or use leaves for tea.

Oatstraw – Supports overall vitality; use as a nourishing tea, infusion, or in herbal baths.

Burdock Root – Mineral-rich and grounding; roast for tea, simmer in soups, or make a decoction.

Horsetail – High in silica for strength and vitality; enjoy as a tea or herbal infusion.

Raspberry Leaf – Gentle and supportive; steep as a tea or blend with other herbs for a nourishing infusion.

These herbs can be incorporated into daily life as teas, infusions, tinctures, or culinary additions, offering both nourishment and grounding energy.

⚠️ Important note
Always do your research before introducing into your diet, especially if you have any underlying or pre-existing conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are taking medications.

01/10/2026

Epidural Anesthesia Leads to More C-Sections by Esther Marilus
Dear Sirs, Having read the full report in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) I was disappointed by your review entitled “Early vs. Late Regional Analgesia: No Increase in C-sections.” If this relatively small study proved anything at all, it was that epidural anesthesia leads to more c-sections, whenever it is given—early or late in labor.
https://f.mtr.cool/seeqgasyhf

01/09/2026

A midwife demonstrates the Leopold Maneuvers to midwives participants at the workshop organised by Japan Academy of Midwifery in Tokyo, Japan.

Developing competency depends on bringing together theory, skills, and behaviours. Practical experience is fundamental for students to increasingly integrate knowledge and skills, demonstrate critical thinking, and formulate plans of care that contribute to health and well-being.

📸by Noriko Hayashi

01/09/2026

This cohort study using a personalized predictive model describes and predicts the glycemic responses of individuals without diabetes to a diverse array of foods using a model that considers the physiology and microbiome of the individual in addition to the characteristics of the foods consumed.

01/09/2026

Stillbirth affects approximately 5.7 per 1000 births in the US and can occur antenatally (83%) or intrapartum (17%).

Modifying known maternal risk factors and utilizing risk-appropriate antenatal testing can help reduce the incidence of stillbirths. However, current approaches to preventing stillbirth are limited by the unexplained nature of many stillbirths and the difficulty identifying pregnancies at highest risk.

💡 This JAMA Insights focuses on , including causes, risk factors, and preventive care.

https://ja.ma/4qMAdLG

01/06/2026

As a specialist in gestational diabetes nutrition, I talk about blood sugar & pregnancy. I’m busting 9 gestational diabetes myths with the latest research.

01/05/2026

Trends in maternal mortality rates by state, United States, 2018 to 2023 - Trends in estimated maternal mortality rates by state, 2018 to 2023
Note: Shaded bands represent 95% Bayesian credible intervals (95% BCI). Trend plots are shown by the physical location of each state on the map. https://ow.ly/Gbbl50XQW0S

01/04/2026

01/04/2026

New Study: For preterm babies, the average amount of skin-to-skin per day was just 24 minutes. Details of the study in the comments.
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01/04/2026

Do you know the latest Blood Pressure guidelines? Monitoring vitals, including blood pressure is an important part of keeping women safe in the childbearing year. Want to learn more? Join us for the Spring term in April 2026.

01/03/2026